Unsecured debt and property seizures

Some residents of Chicago may be interested in learning more about unsecured
debt collection. Although many people know that secured creditors can
seize assets, it can also be possible in some circumstances for unsecured
creditors to do the same.

Although an unsecured creditor does not innately have the option of seizing
collateral to repay the debt, they can attain the right to do so through
collection litigation. If an unsecured creditor is successful in a debt
collection lawsuit, they may be able to employ various means of compelling
repayment, such as levying bank accounts, garnishing salaries and attaching
liens to real estate property. Such liens can result in significant hardship
for the property owner.

A judgment lien placed on a property can prevent the owner from fully employing
his or her rights as a homeowner. For instance, the lien can prevent someone
from selling their home until the debt has been resolved to the creditor's
satisfaction. Furthermore, a creditor with a lien can choose to file a
writ of execution over the property in question. If a writ of execution
is granted, it can allow the creditor to seize an asset and sell it as
compensation toward the original debt. In this way, it is indeed possible
for someone with unsecured debt to be put in a situation where they may
lose their home.

If someone is worried about losing their home to certain
collection practices, they may wish to secure legal representation to review their case. It
may be possible to help someone find debt relief by negotiating some form
of repayment plan or filing for bankruptcy. In some cases, filing bankruptcy
can be the most effective way of quickly eliminating debt and may help
prevent the foreclosure.

Contact Atlas Consumer Law Today

We expect our clients to have various questions and reservations regarding
our debt relief solutions. Fill out the form below or give us a call at
(312) 313-1613 and we would be happy to give you the answers you need
to make informed decisions for yourself and your family.

By an Act of Congress and the President of the United States, Atlas Consumer
Law is a federally designated Debt Relief Agency. We help people file
for relief under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. Disclosures Required Under
the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. The information on this website is for general
information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal
advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended
to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client
relationship.

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